Accessibility Services

Accessibility Services

The Prince Rupert Library is committed to making our services accessible for all patrons. We are an active member of the Prince Rupert and Area Accessibility Committee, a community initiative focused on improving access and inclusion for people with disabilities.

You can read the full plan here: 2024 Accessibility Plan (PDF, opens in a new window).

We continue to offer and improve services that support a wide range of accessibility needs:

• Free home delivery for eligible patrons
• Curbside pick-up
• Large print collection
• eBooks, audiobooks, and magazines (downloadable to personal devices)
• Faxing services
• Audiobooks on CD
• Community maps
• Take-home Dementiability Kits
• Elevator access to the second floor
• In-house wheelchair available for use

NVDA (NonVisual Desktop Access) – A free, open-source screen reader for Windows that helps people who are blind or visually impaired use a computer. Available for anyone to download and use.

Emergency Preparedness for People with Disabilities (PDF) – A practical guide from the Province of BC to help individuals with disabilities, seniors, and caregivers plan ahead for emergencies. A printed copy is also available at the Library’s circulation desk.

NNELS (National Network for Equitable Library Service) – Downloadable accessible content for readers with print disabilities

CELA (Centre for Equitable Library Access) – Library services for Canadians with print disabilities

Community Resources Directory – A searchable list of local services and supports

Prince Rupert Accessibility Committee Page – Learn about local accessibility initiatives